After a year hiatus The Makeup Show Orlando is back again at the Hyatt Regency Orlando 981 International Dr! For a quick refresher on my experience from last year click here. So many new products launching at this show and so many deals you'll want to know about upfront. Check out some of the discounts:Scott Barnes Beauty: New Multi-Media Foundation will be for sale along with his other products 30% off!Ricky's NYC: offering 25% off retail valueDermaflage: Launching fastFX- the fastest and easiest way to create dimensional injuries Emmy award winner Melissa Street will be doing tutorials and they are offering 40% off at the show. I'm actually really intrigued by this brand because they are used by makeup artists and medical professionals.Gleam by Melanie Mills: offering a show discount of 25% off. I mean hello, who doesn't want to get their glow on?Eve Pearl Beauty Brands: offering a show discount of 50% offNorcosto Pro MUA: Offering buy one get one half-price on makeup palettesFrends Beauty Supply: Featuring Stilazzi products and Frends makeup cases as well as Ben Nye, Viseart and more. Discounts will be offered at levels higher than normal pro discounts. Word on the street is they increased their booth size to bring more goodies!The Lip Bar: Everything 2 for $30 featuring lipsticks and glosses. I remember these ladies on Shark Tank! Glad to see they are still pushing despite not getting the deal!AJ Crimson: Offering 30% off. I am actually working his booth (C10) so make sure you stop by to say hello and to grab some of his amazing foundations and lipsticks! Also something different they are doing this year is an exclusive Makeup Tour at Universal Studios. This is taking place on February 1. Guest will join celebrity makeup artist James Vincent and Universal Studios' Michael Burnett for an exclusive tour of the park with some of the hottest makeup pros. This includes full access to all of the rides and attractions at Universal Studios. There are two options for purchase, 9am-7pm for $125 of half day ticket from 2pm-7pm for $78. Guests can reserve their ticket with the purchase of The Makeup Show Orlando ticket or by emailing sophia@metropolitanevents.com.So lots of new and exciting things this year!For a complete list of the brands and schedule of events be sure to check out www.themakeupshow.com and also don't forget to purchase your ticket!
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The Makeup Show Orlando 2013
Ok so this post is super late but better late than never right? On Sept 28 and 29 The Makeup Show Orlando took place for the second year. Check out my experience from last year here. I was extra excited for this year because I just knew it was going to be bigger and better. Last year hurricane Sandy prevented a lot of vendors from being able to come. This year I was only able to attend on the last day due to work, which I quickly found out was not enough time for me to fully enjoy the show. There were way more vendors and way more patrons. I didn't get a chance to check out any seminars and I didn't take many pictures. I was super focused on buying specific things for my kit. The #1 thing on my list to buy was a Zuca backpack and they weren't even there! That was my only huge disappointment with the show. The #2 thing on my list was the AJ Crimson CCC palette which I was able to get thanks to my girl Lerenda who made sure I got it. I really wanted to focus on things I really needed for my kit. Overall it was awesome to see the growth from just 1 year and I know next year it will be even bigger.
Here are a couple pics from the opening event:
Sunday show pics:
The Makeup Show Orlando Recap
I can't even describe the excitement that The Makeup Show had finally arrived! I know this post is a little late but man the motivation and inspiration I received has me going full speed! So unfortunately I did not get to experience much of the first day because I was scheduled to work, but I couldn't miss the first day! I was only able to stay about 2 hours before I had to leave. I have to admit I was bummed that some major companies (OCC, Mehron, Kevyn Aucoin) were unable to make it due to Hurricane Sandy (I hate her) but it was probably a good thing for my pockets, lol! On the second day attended with my friends/makeup artists. We were like kids in a candy store! I was having major technical difficulties and my phone dies and I had no charger and my stupid digital camera died too (I need a new one, any suggestions)! Luckily fellow blogger Phyrra was a lifesaver (THANK YOU GIRL!) and snapped a couple pics for me but needless to say.....check out her blog for even more pics!
Welp, that's all folks! It was difficult to not go spending crazy! I'm glad I was able to get the 3 things I have been wanting, which is the flash palette by Makeup Forever, brush canister holder by Makeup Forever, and the Cufflette by Koren of EnKore makeup! I'm already looking forward to next year as I am sure it will be even better!
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I've never been to The Makeup Show before but I have been to other trade shows. Since this show is coming to Orlando for the first time I figured I would give some helpful tips on how to be prepared!#1 HAVE A BUDGET! - Hello if you love makeup you could run the risk of spending ALLLL of your money on all the cool makeup toys that will be there. Think about what you need and will get the most use of. You don't want to dish out money for things that are just going to collect dust (I'm speaking from personal experience..lol). If you have a budget it can help you from spending your rent money! Check the website and see if your favorite vendors are showcasing and map out the order of which booths you want to hit up first.#2 HAVE A GAME PLAN!- There are a lot of classes and work shops to take to take your artistry to the next level. Make sure you check out the site before hand that way you can ensure that you take all the classes you are interested in. No one wants to miss an opportunity of being educated from celebrity artists currently working in the industry!#3 BRING A FRIEND!- This is an awesome opportunity and event, share the love with a friend! Plus you need someone to take pictures of you for instagram duh!Below I have listed the free seminars and education.Sunday, November 4 Seminar Space A 9:45-10:30 Adding Dimension to Avant Garde: Prosthetics Meet Beauty - Roy Wooley from SyFy’s “Face Off”11:00-11:45 HD Makeup for the Modern Bride- Sindy Perez for Mehron12:15-1:00 Customizing Your Freedom System – Bryan Carmouche for Inglot Cosmetics1:30-2:15 Airbrushed Brides: Creating Flawless Bridal Looks, Nicky Posley for TEMPTU PRO2:45-3:30 Sculpting the Face with Contour & Highlight – Eugenia Weston for Senna CosmeticsSeminar Space B 10:00-10:45 Kit Focus – James Vincent for The Makeup Show11:15-12:00 Timeless Trends for Bridal Beauty- Dominic Briguglio for Stila Cosmetics12:30-1:15 HD for All- Lijha Stewart for Make Up For Ever1:45-2:30 Beauty and The Blog- Hosted By James Vincent – Panelists include Brittany Minor from ClumpsofMascara.com, Courtney Nawara from Phyrra.net and Cristina Foster from Letthemhavepolish.com3:00-3:45 Basic Skin Care Preparation for Successful Makeup Application – Ofra Gaito for Ofra Cosmetics4:15-5:15 Branding Yourself as a Freelance Makeup Aritist- Tia DantzlerMonday, November 5Seminar Space A 9:45-10:30 Tools for Trends – James Vincent For Crown Brush11:00-11:45 Chromatic Mix: Understanding Color Theory- Lijha Stewart for Make Up For Ever12:15-1:00 HD Makeup: Product or Technique? - David Klasfeld for Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics1:30-2:15 Branding a Brick and Mortar Culture Through Social Media – Peter Anthony Wynn for LTAYH.com2:45-3:30 All The Makeup Must- Haves- Maurice Stein for Cinema Secrets at Alcone CompanySeminar Space B 10:00-10:45 The Dynamics of Film – Marietta Carter Narcisse for Beaute 41111:15-12:00 Airbrush Contouring: Going Beyond Foundation, Nicky Posley for TEMPTU PRO12:30-1:15 Makeup Trends – Nadine Chiasson forCosmixSchoolof Makeup Artistry1:45-2:30 Henna and Glitter Body Art- Erika Harrison for Amerikan Body Art3:00-3:45 A Return to Artistry: Makeup in the Hi-Def Era – Scott Hersh for Simply Perfect CosmeticsWith that being said......MEET ME AT THE MAKEUP SHOW!
The Makeup Show Orlando
Unless you've been under a rock than you already know about The Makeup Show Orlando! This is the first year this trade show is coming to Florida! I definitely need to write a list down of things I NEED and make a strict BUDGET so I don't go crazy! I swear if I had a child I would probably trade them for some makeup! Ok I didn't mean that, but I seriously have to make sure I don't go on a crazy makeup shopping spree. For my fellow makeup artists this is the best time to stock up on kit essentials. This is also a great way to get your hands on products that we are not able to find in stores locally. Check out the official press release below! 
NEW YORK, NY (October 2012) - The Makeup Show Orlando is excited to bring beauty, inspiration and education to the Sunshine State in less than one month on November 4 and 5. Top beauty brands will congregate under one roof for two days to launch new products and offer exclusive pro-only discounts. Amongst these brands are Diamond Sponsor MAKE UP FOR EVER, Platinum Sponsor Crown Brush and TEMPTU PRO, Supporting Sponsors INGLOT, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Cosmix School of Makeup Artistry, On Makeup Magazine, and The Powder Group. Other brands include Stila Cosmetics, Embryolisse USA, Kissable Couture, Kevyn Aucoin, Senna Cosmetics, Cinema Secrets, and Graftobian Makeup Co (to name a few). In addition, many of these brands will be hosting seminars and sharing their secrets on the main stage and in the Keynote & Business Forum. A few of the Keynotes you will not want to miss include: 
A Career in Makeup with AJ Crimson
From celebrity clients including Fergie, Estelle, Hillary Duff, Keyshia Cole, and Missy Elliot to his lip gloss brand Kissable Couture, and his own eponymous AJ Crimson brand, AJ has managed to make a name for himself in multiple areas of makeup artistry. In his first time as a featured keynote at The Makeup Show, AJ tells us the truth about building your own name, branding yourself as an artist in diverse areas. AJ will take you through his techniques for flawless application and reveal his secrets for success for the red carpet, for real women and everyoccasion in between.The Journey of Special Effects Makeup with The Wolfe Brothers – Brian and Nick Wolfe (sponsored by Graftobian)
Identical twins, Brian and Nick Wolfe, take to the stage and show you the artistry they have become internationally recognized for while sharing their story about how two young men made a name for themselves in Florida theme parks. Watch and learn as these masters show you what you need to know about body art. Also, taking the Main Floor to educate on the trends of the industry from bridal to airbrush include INGLOT Cosmetics, Stila Cosmetics, MAKE UP FOR EVER, Naked Cosmetics, Crown Brush, Mehron, Senna Cosmetics, TEMPTU PRO, Alcone Company to name a few. For a complete list of Main Floor Seminars and times, visit the schedule here. The Makeup Show Orlando is held on Sunday, November 4, 2012 from 9am to 6pm and on Monday, November 5, 2012 from 9am to 5pm at The Peabody Hotel Orlando, 9801 International Drive. For a complete list of participating brands, educational speakers, schedule of events and prices, please visit www.themakeupshow.com.
About The Makeup ShowThe Makeup Show is owned and produced by Metropolitan Event & Production and travels internationally from LA, NYC, Chicago, Europe, and Orlando. Bringing each destination over 60 beauty brands, and unique convergence of artists and community, where beauty professionals are sure to find an artistic energy that will inspire any beauty buff, from the passionate beginner to the seasoned professional. Each show offers an unparalleled lineup of education and appearances from top beauty professionals and focuses on career building and networking within the makeup community. The show provides a unique experience for the makeup professional to network directly from the best in the business.